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Department of
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Revised February 2022
CURRICULUM HANDBOOKHOWARD UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Undergraduate Curriculum
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES 1
STUDENT OUTCOMES 1
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 2
SPECIAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY 2
CODE OF ETHICS OF ENGINEERS 2
TRANSFER CREDIT 3
THE CONSORTIUM 3
TRACKING PROGRESS 3
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT 4
PLAN OF STUDY 5
CURRICULUM POLICIES 6
DESCRIPTION OF COURSES… 7
ELECTIVE TABLES 12
CHECK SHEET 15
iLIST OF TABLES Page
TABLE 1. CIEG DISCIPLINE ELECTIVES 12
TABLE 2. TECHNICAL ELECTIVE COURSES 12
TABLE 3. AFRICAN-AMERICAN ELECTIVE COURSES 12
TABLE 4. HUMANITIES ELECTIVE 13
TABLE 5. SOCIAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE 13
iiHOWARD UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Undergraduate Curriculum
Revised February 2022 1
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
The undergraduate engineering program at Howard University leads to the Bachelor of Science in
civil engineering degree. The undergraduate program will produce graduates:
• Who enter the civil engineering practice, working independently or as members and
leaders of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Some of whom successfully complete graduate and professional studies or professional
development opportunities, including pursuit of professional registration.
The program offers instruction and undergraduate research opportunities in environmental,
geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources engineering. The civil
engineering undergraduate program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission
of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
STUDENT OUTCOMES
Student outcomes define what students are expected to know or be able to do by the time of
graduation. The civil engineering program has adopted the student outcomes established by
ABET requirements in Criterion 3. Achieving these outcomes establishes the foundation for
achieving the program educational objectives. The specific student outcomes are as follows.
Students completing the civil and environmental engineering program will be able to
demonstrate:
1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs
with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social,
environmental, and economic factors.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations
and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions
in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership,
create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet
objectives.
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret
data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning
strategies.
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Note that students must follow either the curriculum in effect on their first date of enrollment at the University OR
the most current curriculum. Students must declare the curriculum that they will use and submit the appropriate
check-sheet for graduation.
1DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To meet the requirements for graduation, a student must successfully complete the required 120
credits of course work with a minimum overall cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 and
a minimum GPA of 2.0 in civil engineering courses.
Degree Requirements Overview
Subject Area Total Credit Hours
English 6
Math and Basic Science 35
Social Science/Humanities 6
African-American Studies 3
ROTC / Physical Education 1
Engineering 66
Free Elective 3
Total Credit Hours 120
SPECIAL SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES. Howard University is committed
to providing an educational environment that is accessible to all students. In accordance with this
policy, students in need of accommodations due to a disability should contact the Office of the
Dean for Special Services for verification and determination of reasonable accommodations as
soon as possible after admission/registration to the University, or at the beginning of each
semester. The Dean of the Office of Special Services can be contacted at (202) 238-2420.
CODE OF ETHICS OF ENGINEERS. Engineers are expected to uphold and advance the
integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by:
• Using their knowledge and skills for the enhancement of human welfare;
• Being honest and impartial, and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and clients;
• Striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and
• Supporting the professional technical societies of their disciplines.
The Fundamental Canons:
1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public in the
performance of their professional duties.
2. Engineers shall perform services only in the areas of their competence.
3. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.
4. Engineers shall act in professional manners for each employer or client as faithful agents or
Trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.
5. Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their services and shall not
compete unfairly with others.
6. Engineers shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity and
dignity of the profession.
7. Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers and shall
provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their
supervision.
2TRANSFER CREDIT
All courses that are taken at external institutions, which a student would like to have considered
as part of the curriculum for the Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, must be
approved by the Department. Continuing students must receive approval from their advisors prior
to taking courses from other institutions. Students desiring to transfer courses must provide official
transcripts and course descriptions from source institutions to his or her advisor. The advisor will
recommend for or against the transfer credits within the context of curriculum requirements. The
Chair will ultimately provide approval for transfer credits. Upon approval, the Department will
prepare the Application for Advance Standing that will enable approved courses to transfer to the
student’s transcript. The student will receive transfer credit, not a grade, for any approved course
in which a grade of C or better was earned.
THE CONSORTIUM
The University offers it’s qualified undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to take
courses at other universities with which Howard participates in a consortium agreement
(https://www.consortium.org/). Grades earned in consortium courses appear on students’
transcripts in the same way that grades appear for courses taken at Howard. To participate in the
consortium, a Howard University student must:
1. Be a fully-admitted, degree-seeking student.
2. Be validated for the current semester.
3. Be registered and actively enrolled in courses at Howard University at the same time that
the Consortium course is being taken.
4. Not exceed the amount of credits they are registered for at Howard University.
5. Be in good academic standing (2.5 GPA for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate
students).
6. Obtain the needed signatures of approval.
Information and applications are available from the Consortium Coordinator in the Administration
Building, Office of Records, Room 105. Howard University participates in the Consortium with
the following universities and colleges:
• American University • Mount Vernon College
• Catholic University • Southeastern University
• Gallaudet University • Trinity College
• Georgetown University • University of the District of Columbia
• George Mason University • University of Maryland at College
• George Washington University Park
• Marymount College
TRACKING PROGRESS
Students are encouraged to use this Undergraduate Curriculum Handbook to plan and track their
progress during their period of study. At the beginning of the academic year of graduation, each
student must also complete a curriculum check sheet (appended at the end of this document) that
shows all the courses he or she has taken or transferred. Both the student and his/her academic
advisor must review and sign the check sheet each semester.
3ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
The role of the faculty advisor begins with providing assistance to students in selecting and
scheduling classes. During general registration periods, all students are required to meet with their
assigned faculty advisors to complete registration requirements of the University and the
Department. Student should bring a copy of their current transcript and the Registration Request
Form with them to their advisory meeting. Students can meet with their advisor during office hours
or schedule an appointment. The advisor and student will complete and sign the Registration
Request Form based on the CEE Undergraduate Plan of Study. The advisor’s and the student’s
signatures are required on all Registration Request Forms. The signed, completed form serves as
evidence of consultation with the advisor and approval of the selection of courses. Students who
violate pre-requisites/co-requisites or register for courses that were not approved by the advisor
risk being dropped from those courses.
The scope of the advisor’s responsibility also extends beyond course selection and may include
any areas that affect or are related to student’s academic success, such as goal setting, career
planning, academic issues, personal concerns, and general guidance to facilitate personal
growth. An advisor’s assistance can be invaluable in helping students and students should inform
their advisors of any difficulties, so they can be assisted with academic and personal challenges.
All students should get to know their assigned advisors. Students can also arrange a meeting with
the department chairperson to discuss any concerns or challenges.
IMPORTANT
The prerequisite requirements will be strictly enforced. Students MUST have the prescribed
prerequisites before registering for a course.
UNDERGRADUATE CLASSIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION CREDIT HOURS NOTES
Senior 90+ earned credit hours Students must have taken and
passed at least 4 of the 5 Core
CEE Discipline Courses
Junior 60-89 earned credit hours
Sophomore 30-59 earned credit hours
Freshman 0-29 earned credit hours
1Bachelor of Science in CIVIL ENGINEERING UNDERGRADUATE PLAN OF STUDY
Credit Hours
FRESHMAN YEAR Prerequisites Co-requisites
Fall Spring
EGPP-101 Introduction to Engineering 2
MATH-156 Calculus I 4
ENGL-002 Freshman Composition I 3
CHEM-003 General Chemistry Lecture I 4
CHEM-005 General Chemistry Lab I 1
CIEG-104 Civil Engineering Software & Design 3
MATH-157 Calculus II 4 MATH-156
ENGL-003 Freshman Composition II 3 ENGL-002
PHYS-013 Physics/S&E Lecture I 3 MATH-156 PHYS-023
PHYS-023 Physics/S&E Lab I 1 PHYS-013
Electives ROTC/Physical Education 1
FRESHMAN YEAR TOTAL 14 15
SOPHOMORE YEAR
Electives Basic Science Elective 3
CIEG-202 Statics 3 MATH-157; PHYS-013
MATH-158 Calculus III 4 MATH-157
PHYS-014 Physics/S&E Lecture II 3 MATH-157; PHYS-013 PHYS-024
PHYS-024 Physics/S&E Lab II 1 PHYS-014
Electives Humanities Elective 3
CIEG-302 Dynamics 3 CIEG-202 MATH-159
CIEG-351 Probability & Statistics 3 MATH-158
MATH-159 Differential Equations 4 MATH-157
MEEG-209 Material Science 3 CHEM-003; PHYS 013
SOPHOMORE YEAR TOTAL 14 16
JUNIOR YEAR
CIEG-207 Environmental Engineering I 3 CHEM-003
CIEG-301 Mechanics of Materials Lecture 3 CIEG-302; MATH-159; MEEG-209 CIEG-303
CIEG-303 Mechanics of Materials Lab 1 CIEG-301
CIEG-311 Fluid Mechanics Lecture 3 CIEG-302; MATH-158; PHYS-013 CIEG-313
CIEG-313 Fluid Mechanics Lab 1 CIEG-302; MATH-158; PHYS-013 CIEG-311
Electives Social Science Elective 3
Electives Free Elective 3
CIEG-314 Basic Structural Analysis 3 CIEG-301; CIEG-303
CIEG-354 Engineering Economics 3 MATH-157
CIEG-352 Water Resources Engineering 3 CIEG-351
CIEG-416 Transportation Engineering 3 CIEG 104, 351; MATH 158, 159 CIEG-354
CIEG-434 Soil Mechanics Lecture 3 CIEG-301; CIEG 311 CIEG-438
CIEG-438 Soil Mechanics Lab 1 CIEG-434
JUNIOR YEAR TOTAL 17 16
SENIOR YEAR
CIEG-439 Senior Design I 1 CIEG 207, 314, 352, 416, 434*
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 1 3
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 2 3
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 3 3
CIEG-464 Engineering Project Management 3 CIEG 207, 314, 352, 354, 416, 434
CIEG-441 Senior Design II 2 CIEG-439
CIEG-462 Seminar I 1 CIEG-439 CIEG-441
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 4 3
Electives Technical Elective 1 3
Electives Technical Elective 2 3
Electives African American Elective 3
SENIOR YEAR TOTAL 13 15
*all five courses are required: CIEG- 207, 314, 352, 416, 434 2CURRICULUM POLICIES
IMPORTANT – To meet the requirements for graduation, a student must successfully complete the
required 120 credit hours of course work with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and a minimum
GPA of 2.0 in civil and environmental engineering courses. All required courses must be taken in
sequence. Students are encouraged to take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) in their
senior year in the District of Columbia. Students must also adhere to the following curriculum
policies.
(1) Department Policy Regarding Pre/Co Requisites: Each student must abide by the
prerequisite and co-requisite stipulations in the Plan of Study. A prerequisite can only be waived
if the student has unsuccessfully completed the prerequisite in a previous semester at Howard
University, is concurrently enrolled in the prerequisite, and receives approval from the instructor
of the course requiring the prerequisite.
(2) Department Policy Regarding Mathematics Placement Examination: Every student
taking mathematics courses at Howard University must adhere to Mathematics Placement
Examination requirements to determine the appropriate mathematics course. Instructions for
taking the exam are available at www.mpe.howard.edu. Each student also must complete the
minimum requirement of 16 mathematics credit hours, comprised of Calculus I, II, III and
Differential Equations.
(3) Department Policy Regarding Free Elective, African American Elective, Humanities
and Social Sciences Elective Requirements: The Free Elective is a three-credit course that is
intended for students to explore a subject outside of, but related to, civil engineering; the Free
Elective course selection must be approved by the Academic Advisor. Students must also complete
a three-credit course in African American studies (per University requirement), a three-credit
Humanities course, and a three-credit Social Sciences course. Tables 3 and 4 list the courses from
which these elective selections must be made. Any exception to the courses listed in Tables 3-4
must be requested, in writing, along with the course description, and submitted to the student’s
advisor for consideration and approval prior to enrollment in the course.
(4) Department Policy Regarding Discipline and Technical Electives: Technical electives are
intended to expand students’ basic knowledge of the civil engineering disciplines. Table 2 lists the
courses from which technical elective selections must be made. Students should select technical
electives from the same areas of concentration as their CIEG Discipline Electives. Students also
have an opportunity to take technical elective courses through the Consortium and other University
departments, upon the approval of their advisor, the Department Chair and Discipline instructor.
Students must complete four of the five CIEG Discipline Elective courses listed in Table 1.
(5) Department Policy Regarding Basic Science Electives: Each student must select one (1)
of the following basic science courses to fulfill the basic science elective requirement. Note:
Students must register for the lecture and lab. Students also have an opportunity to take basic
science courses through the Consortium, upon the approval of their advisor and the Department
Chair.
• COMP-001 Life Sciences Lecture & Lab (3 credits)
• COMP-002 Planetary Science Lecture & Lab (3 credits)
• BIOL-101 General Biology Lecture & Lab (4 credits)
3(6) Department Policy Regarding Civil Engineering Laboratory Courses: Students are
required to take the laboratory course simultaneously with the lecture for Mechanics of Materials,
Fluid Mechanics, and Soil Mechanics. Only students who transfer credit for the lecture from
another university may enroll in the laboratory course without concurrent enrollment in the lecture.
(7) Department Policy Regarding Taking Courses from Other Institutions: All courses
taken at external institutions must be pre-approved by the Department if such courses are to
become part of your undergraduate degree program requirements. Approval by the assigned
advisor and Chairperson are required. Engineering courses taken from other institutions, including
consortium institutions, will only be approved if the institution is ABET-accredited and the course
is deemed to be of equal rigor and content as the course at Howard University. A student is only
allowed to take engineering courses through the Consortium when the course has been
unsuccessfully completed at Howard University or if the course is not offered at Howard in the
semester that the student needs to complete it. Students should have a GPA of at least 2.5 to be
eligible to take Courses in Other Institutions.
4DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
Chemistry
CHEM-003. General Chemistry & Recitation, 4 credits. Deals with the fundamental principles
of chemistry, the chemical and physical properties of the elements and their most common
compounds, and methods of qualitative inorganic analysis. Prereq: Students required to take CAR
math have to satisfy that requirement before they will be able to enroll in this course.
CHEM-005. General Chemistry Laboratory, 1 credit. Designed to teach some of the techniques
of chemical experimentation, illustrate some of the principles of chemical substances.
Civil and Environmental Engineering
EGPP-101. Introduction to Engineering, 2 credits. Provides information on engineering
education, the engineering profession, and basic concepts and tools. Introduces the engineering
design process and provides the opportunity for students to complete engineering design projects.
Introduces the civil engineering discipline, including the concentration areas of transportation,
environmental, water resources, structural, and geotechnical engineering.
CIEG-104. Civil Engineering Software & Design, 3 credits. This course is designed to provide
students taking the course with an introduction to programming with MATLAB, designing
structures using SAP 2000 and drawing 2D and 3D objects using AutoCAD. It also teaches the
students preparing a professional project report using MS Word and helps them develop technical
writing competencies appropriate for civil engineering practice. Prereq.: EGPP-101.
CIEG-202. Statics, 3 credits. Introduction to vectors, pseudo-graphical and analytical micro-
computer aided resolution and composition of forces; equilibrium of collinear, concurrent, and
non-concurrent two and three dimensional force systems, as applied to particles and rigid bodies.
Coulomb friction; Hooke’s law; introductory application of equilibrium, compatibility, and
constitutive relations in the determination of forces moments, displacements and rotations of
simple deformable bodies and biomechanical systems, using simple computer aids. Prereq.:
MATH-157, PHYS-013.
CIEG-207. Introduction to Environmental Engineering, 3 credits. Introduces concepts in
water supply, water and wastewater treatment, air quality, solid and hazardous waste management,
and social and ethical considerations. Provides a brief history and background of environmental
engineering. Prereq.: CHEM-003.
CIEG-301. Mechanics of Materials Lecture, 3 credits. Introductory analysis of tension,
compression and shear; analysis of stress and strain; ties, shafts, beams and columns; related
laboratory experiments and computer applications; introduction to structural analysis and design.
Prereq.: MATH-159, CIEG-302, MEEG-309; Coreq.: CIEG-303.
CIEG-302. Dynamics, 3 credits. Study of motions of particles; particle systems, rigid bodies and
simple deformable mass system; rectilinear and curvilinear kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion
and gravitation; work energy and impulse-momentum principles; conservation laws for energy and
momentum; introduction to vibrations; computer-aided applications. Prereq.: CIEG-202;
Coreq.: MATH-159.
5CIEG-303. Mechanics of Materials Lab, 1 credit. This laboratory course accompanies the
Mechanics of Materials lecture. Coreq.: CIEG-301 or approval of instructor
CIEG-311. Fluid Mechanics Lecture, 3 credits. Theoretical and laboratory studies of fluid
properties, hydrostatics, kinematics, and dynamics of fluid; continuity equation; energy and
Bernoulli equation; momentum equation; dimensional analysis and flow resistance. Prereq.:
MATH-158, CIEG-302; PHYS-013; Coreq.: CIEG-313
CIEG-313. Fluid Mechanics Lab, 1 credit. This laboratory course accompanies the Fluid
Mechanics lecture. CIEG 311. Prereq.: MATH-158, CIEG-302; PHYS-013; Coreq.: CIEG-311
or approval of instructor
CIEG 314. Basic Structural Analysis, 3 credits. An introduction to the elastic behavior of
structural elements, statically determinate structures; and reactions, shears, moments, and
deflections in beams, trusses, and frames and definition of standard structural engineering loads.
Prereq.: CIEG-301, CIEG-303.
CIEG-328. Unit Operations in Environmental Engineering, 3 credits. Analysis and basic
design of treatment facilities for the remediation of water pollution. Advanced design of facilities
for water and wastewater treatment including design ranges, regulations, economics and ethics of
environmental design. Prereq.: CIEG-207.
CIEG-354 Engineering Economics, 3 credits. Examines principles of accounting, time value of
money, depreciation, taxes, retirement, and economic analysis of alternatives for use in personal
finances and engineering projects. Prereq.: MATH-157.
CIEG-351. Probability and Statistics, 3 credits. Stochastic and deterministic statistical
modeling: probability and statistics for univariate analysis including probability density functions,
confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Probability and statistics for multivariate analysis
including regression analysis, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; PCA, ANOVA, and
risk-based design concepts. Prereq: MATH-158.
CIEG-352. Water Resources Engineering I, 3 credits. Classical and statistical hydrology:
hydrologic cycle, hydrologic processes, physical watershed characteristics, hydrologic modeling,
collect analyze and interpret meteorological and hydrologic data using statistical analysis for
design of hydrologic and hydraulic structures. Remote sensing data in hydrology. Prereq.: CIEG-
351.
CIEG 407. Intelligent Transportation Systems, 3 credits. Command, controls and
communications in modern multimodal transportation; infrastructure/highway and vehicle
automation, advanced traffic management, vehicle control and safety systems; information data,
and sensory requirements; practical application. Prereq: CIEG 416, 465.
CIEG-416. Transportation Engineering, 3 credits. Involves planning and design of highways.
Students work in teams during the preparation of the required design plans, cost estimates and
project reports. Prereq.: CIEG-104, 351; MATH 158, 159; Co-req.: CIEG-354.
CIEG-420. Matrix Structural Analysis, 3 credits. Continuation of analysis of statically
indeterminate structures; moment distribution; introduction to matrix formulation of the direct
6stiffness method (emphasized) and the flexibility method (for reference); elementary finite element
analysis techniques; introduction to nonlinear (plastic) analysis; structural stability; and structural
dynamics.. Prereq.: CIEG-314.
CIEG-422. Steel Design, 3 credits. Principles of structural design, loads, types of steels, tension
members, columns, non-composite and composite beams, beam-columns, column base plates, and
simple bolted and welded connections. The use of the AISC LRFD specification is emphasized
and a comprehensive group design project is assigned. Prereq.: CIEG-314. (Available at the
consortium at Catholic University in the spring semester at George Washington University in the
fall semester)
CIEG-433. Foundations, 3 credits. Based on the principles of soil mechanics, fluid mechanics,
and solid mechanics, covers the bearing capacity and settlement analysis of shallow and mat
foundations, an introduction to deep foundations, and design of earth retaining structures.
Analytical, empirical, and computational methods are used. Prereq.: CIEG-434.
CIEG-434. Soil Mechanics Lecture, 3 credits. Provides for appreciation and understanding of
the engineering properties of soils and how they relate to design and construction, including soil
identification and classification. Prereq.: CIEG-301, CIEG-311; Coreq.: CIEG-438
CIEG-435. Reinforced Concrete, 3 credits. Theory and design of reinforced concrete structural
members and entire structural systems according to the ACI Building Code Requirements. The
students will apply fundamentals and basic design procedures to reinforced concrete members
(beams, slabs, columns and footings). Prereq.: CIEG-314.
CIEG-438. Soil Mechanics Lab, 1 credit. This laboratory course accompanies the Soil Mechanics
lecture. Exposure to grain size analysis, permeability, consolidation and strength tests. Coreq.:
CIEG-434 or approval of instructor
CIEG-439. Senior Design I, 1 credit. This course is concerned with the planning, management,
teaming and the development of the concept documents of the capstone design project. Prereq:
CIEG-104, 207; CIEG-314; CIEG-352; CIEG-416; CIEG-434.
CIEG-440. Water and Wastewater Treatment, 3 credits. Advanced design of facilities for
water and wastewater treatment including design ranges, regulations, economics and ethics of
environmental design. Introduces the concepts of green design and sustainability. Prereq.: CIEG-
328.
CIEG-441. Senior Design II, 2 credits. This course integrates the many sub-disciplines of civil
engineering into a major design experience based on knowledge and skills acquired in preparatory
civil engineering courses. This course requires students to use multiple constraints and engineering
standards for a project that will prepare students for engineering practice.
Prereq.: CIEG-439.
7Note:
Starting from the 2022-2023 Academic Year, Senior Design I and II will be offered in Fall
and Spring respectively.
CIEG-442. Advanced Foundations, 3 credits. Design of deep foundations and braced
excavations. Concepts of factors of safety, margin of safety, reliability and load and resistance
factor design (LRFD). Analysis of slope stability and foundation design in difficult soils. Prereq.:
CIEG-433.
CIEG-445. Undergraduate Research, 3 credits. Requires a student to conduct research under
the directives of an instructor. Students must seek and receive the approval of the instructor prior
to enrollment in this course. The selected research topic must broaden the student's understanding
of one of the five emphasis areas. Prereq.: CIEG-351.
CIEG-457. Advanced Hydrology, 3 credits. Modeling of the hydrologic cycle and hydrologic
processes; learn and apply hydrologic models such as those hosted by the Watershed Modeling
System (WMS) software, including the US Army Corps of Engineers HEC-1 model and the SCS
TR-20 and TR-55 models; learn and apply GIS software, Arc GIS. Prereq.: CIEG-352.
CIEG-462. Seminar, 1 credit. Forum for presentation of current topics of interest in civil
engineering by individuals from industry, government and practice. Prereq.: CIEG 207, 314, 352,
416, 434.
CIEG-463. Water Resources Planning, 3 credits. Presents basic concepts in the planning of
water resources development systems; analytical techniques, basic information required for
planning; and examples for planning flood control, wastewater management, and water supply
systems. (Senior Status)
CIEG-464. Engineering Project Management, 3 credits. Involves planning performing and
controlling of engineering projects; introduces management roles, project scheduling, principles
and procedures, as well as project proposal writing. Prereq.: CIEG 207, 314, 352, 354, 416, 434
or equivalent core courses if student is from another Department.
CIEG-465. Traffic Engineering 1, 3 credits. Involves the collection and use of traffic
engineering data and introduces students to traffic operations and safety. Students use software for
capacity analysis and signal optimization. Students are required to prepare reports. Prereq.:
CIEG-351; CIEG-416.
CIEG-466. Traffic Engineering II, 3 credits. Involves the introduction to traffic impact analysis,
and use of traffic simulation models for evaluating traffic operation on highway networks,
including traffic impact studies and signal warrant analyses. . Prereq.: CIEG-465.
CIEG-467: Construction Project Management, 3 credits. This course covers elements of
management related to construction projects; responsibilities of construction managers, on-site
representatives, engineers and inspectors; concept of developing the project team approach. The
student will gain knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a project manager, including
technical and management skills and an overview of the phases in a construction project. The
student will develop knowledge and skills in safety, interpersonal communication, negotiation and
8conflict resolution, construction documents, construction planning, estimating and cost control,
scheduling, resource control, quality control and continuous improvement. Students will also be
introduced to construction project management software program(s) used in the industry. Prereq.:
CIEG-354, CIEG 351 or approval of instructor.
CIEG-500. Special Topics in Structural Eng. 3 credits. Presentation of material not normally
available in regular structural engineering course offerings or offering of new courses on a trial
basis. Content determined by faculty member in consultation with the Department Chair. Prereq.:
CIEG-314.
CIEG-208 Intro to Structural Protection Systems. 3 credits (Undergraduate course). An
introductory course about the application of emerging technologies for the protection of civil
engineering structures and basic concepts for analysis and design. Prereq.: CIEG-314.
CIEG-529 Intro to Structural Protection Systems. 3 credits (Graduate course). An
introductory course about the application of emerging technologies for the protection of civil
engineering structures and basic concepts for analysis and design. Prereq.: CIEG-314.
CIEG-555 Structures Project Research. 3 credits. An investigation conducted independently
by a student and guided by the instructor that makes an original and creative contribution to the
structural engineering discipline. CIEG-314.
CIEG-556 Hydraulic Project Research, 3 credits. Course is designed for individual students
who seek deeper knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics, through research, the use of software,
and publication of research in journals. Prereq: CIEG 352.
Comprehensive Sciences
COMP-001. Life Sciences Lecture & Laboratory, 3 Credits. This course explores the basic
concepts of the biological (life) sciences. These concepts will be presented through the
examination of the principal characteristics that all living things (life forms) have in common (i.e.,
ecology, genetics, taxonomy, metabolism, evolution, reproduction and development, etc.). The
lecture information surveys living systems on the chemical, cellular and organismal levels. The
exploration is complemented by key laboratory applications and observations that will enable the
students to recognize, comprehend and appreciate the complexities of biological organization that
exist in nature. Note: Students must register for the Lecture and Lab.
COMP-002. Planetary Science Lecture & Laboratory, 3 Credits. The planetary science course
involves studies of astronomy (planets, stars, the universe) and geology (the earth). In geology, the
principal features of planet earth such as size, shape, composition, motions are presented. How
planet earth changes as a result of internal and external forces act on it provides a topic of interest.
In astronomy, emphasis is on the other planets, the solar system and other celestial bodies that
exist in the universe. Laboratory investigations involve the examination of various samples,
planetarium visits and field trips to area geological sites and venues where advanced technological
telescopes can be used. Note: Students must register for the Lecture and Lab.
9English
Note - Each student must complete the minimum requirement of six (6) credit hours in English as
follows:
ENGW-102 (or 103, 105). Freshmen Composition I, 3 credits. Designed to develop the student's
ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in writing and to read with perception and accuracy;
emphasizes the power and value of written communication by reading exemplary text.
ENGW-103 (or 104, 105). Freshmen Composition II, 3 credits. Intended to increase the
student’s ability to write effectively, to read critically, and to present ideals logically. Prereq:
ENGL-102 (or 103, 104).
Mathematics
MATH-156. Calculus I, 4 credits. Limits, continuity, and the derivative and integral of functions
of one variable, with applications.
MATH-157. Calculus II, 4 credits. Continuation of MATH-156, including more integration,
sequences, series, Taylor’s theorem, improper integrals, and L’Hospital’s rule. Prereq.: MATH
156.
MATH-158. Calculus III, 4 credits. Continuation of MATH-157, including calculus of functions
of several variables, with applications. Prereq.: MATH-157.
MATH-159. Differential Equations, 4 credits. Elementary techniques of solving ordinary
differential equations, including slope fields, equilibrium, separation of variables, linear
differential equations, homogeneous differential equations, undetermined coefficients,
bifurcations, power series, Laplace transforms, systems, and numerical methods. Prereq.:
MATH-157.
MATH 164. Introduction to Numerical Analysis. 3 crs. Treats numerical integration and
numerical solution of differential equations, numerical linear algebra, matrix inversion,
characteristic values; error propagation; and stability. Prereq.: CIEG-103; Coreq: MATH-159.
Mechanical Engineering
MEEG 209. Materials Science, 3 credits. Correlation of the structure of metals, ceramics, and
organic materials with their mechanical and physical properties, control of properties by modifying
the microstructure, and stability of materials in service environments. Prereq.: CHEM-003;
PHYS 014.
Physics
PHYS-013. Physics for Science and Engineering Lecture I, 3 credits. This lecture/recitation
calculus-based course deals with mechanics, heat and sound. Prereq.: MATH-156; Coreq:
PHYS-023.
PHYS-023 Physics for S&E Lab I, 1 credit. Laboratory course to accompany introductory
physics course, Coreq: PHYS-013.
PHYS-014. Physics for Science and Engineering Lecture II, 3 credits. This lecture and
recitation calculus-based course covers electricity and magnetism, light and optics. Prereq.:
10PHYS-013, MATH 157; Coreq.: PHYS-023.
PHYS-024 Physics for S&E Lab II, 1 credit. Laboratory course to accompany introductory
physics course, PHYS-023.
11ELECTIVE TABLES
Table 1. CIEG Discipline Elective Courses
Every student must complete any four of the following five CIEG Discipline Electives.
Discipline Course Number Course Name Pre-requisite(s)
Environmental CIEG-328 Unit Operations in Environmental Engineering CIEG-207
Geotechnical CIEG-433 Foundation Engineering CIEG-434
Structural CIEG-435 Reinforced Concrete CIEG-314
Transportation CIEG-465 Traffic Engineering I CIEG-351; CIEG 416
Water Resources CIEG-457 Advanced Hydrology CIEG-352
Table 2. Technical Elective Courses
Course CIEG Discipline of Focus
CHEG 412 Transport Phenomena Environmental Engineering
CIEG 440 Water & Wastewater Treatment Environmental Engineering
CIEG 511 Aquatic Chemistry Environmental Engineering
CIEG 442 Advanced Foundations Geotechnical Engineering
CIEG 5… Introduction to Rock Mechanics and Tunneling Geotechnical Engineering
CIEG 5… Forensic Geotechnical Engineering Geotechnical Engineering
CIEG-555 Structures Project Research Structural Engineering
CIEG-422 Steel Design Structural Engineering
CIEG-500 Special Topics in Structural Eng. Structural Engineering
CIEG-208, CIEG-529 Intro to Structural Protection Systems Structural Engineering
MATH-164 Numerical Analysis General
CIEG-466 Traffic Engineering II Transportation Engineering
CIEG-467 Construction Project Management Transportation Engineering
CIEG-579 Advanced Traffic Engineering Transportation Engineering
CIEG 556 Hydraulic Project Research Water Resources Engineering
CIEG 407 Intelligent Transportation Systems Transportation Engineering
CIEG 445 Undergraduate Research General
Table 3. African American Elective Courses
AFRO-005 Intro to Afro-American Studies I ENGL-055 African-American Literature from 1940 to
Present
AFRO-006 Intro to Afro-American Studies II AFST-101 African World
HIST-005 Intro to the Black Diaspora I FASH-102 African-American Dress
HIST-006 Intro to the Black Diaspora II ARTH-193 Black Body Dress and Culture
MUTP-100 Blacks in Arts POLS-006 Pan-Africanism
ENGL-054 African-American Literature to 1940
12Table 4. Humanities and Social Science Elective Courses
Humanities Elective Courses Social Sciences Elective Courses
CLAS-001 Elementary Latin CLAS-104 Greek Civilization
CLAS-016 Literature of the Ancient World CLAS-105 Roman Civilization
CLAS-101 Greek Literature HIST-001 Intro to Civilization I
CLAS-102 Roman Literature HIST-002 Intro to Civilization II
CLAS-103 Classical Art HIST-005 Intro to Black Diaspora I
CLAS-109 Classical Mythology HIST-006 Intro to Black Diaspora II
CLAS-011 Satire and Comedy in the Ancient World HIST-009 US History to 1877
CLAS-015 Humanities II HIST-010 US History since 1877
CLAS-114 Love in Antiquity HIST-030 Intro to African History I
CLAS-030 Vocabulary Building HIST-031 Intro to African History II
ENGL-014 Intro to Humanities I HIST-041 Intro to History of Latin Am & Caribbean
ENGL-015 Humanities II HIST-101 World Geography
ENGL-054 African- American Literature to 1940 HIST-102 Economic Geography
ENGL-055 African-American Literature from 1940 HIST-140 History of the Caribbean
ENGL-056 Intro to Caribbean Literature HIST-176 Afro-American History to 1877
ENGL-117 Intro to Creative Writing- Fiction HIST-177 Afro-American History since 1877
ENGL-118 Intro to Creative Writing- Poetry AFRO-005 Afro-American Studies I
FREN-100 Francophone Literature in English AFRO-006 Afro-American Studies II
RUSS-100 Russian Short Stories AFST-101 African World
SPAN-100 Hispanic Literature in English PSYC-080 Intro to Psychology
GERM-107 Women in Literature PSYC-125 General Social Psychology
AFST-111 African Systems of Thought SOCI-001 Into to Sociology
AFST-701 African World- Writing SOCI-020 Intro to Social Psychology
GERM-100 Individual and Society SOCI 180 Sociology of Afro-Americans
HIST-170 Global Warming, People, & Environment SOCI-181 Sociology of Poverty
MUSC-100 Introduction to Music ANTH-110 Intro to Cultural Anthropology
MUTP-100 Blacks in Arts ANTH-120 Intro to Biological Anthropology
ARTH-161 Art Appreciation FASH-102 African-American Dress
THFD-010 Introduction to the Theater ARTH-193 Black Body Dress and Culture
PHIL-051 Principles of Reasoning POLS-001 Intro to Black Politics
PHIL-055 Introduction to Philosophy POLS-006 Pan-Africanism
ECON-001 Principles of Economics I
ECON-002 Principles of Economics II
13Check Sheet for Bachelor of Science Prospective Graduates (revised September 2020)
Student Name Student ID#
Entry Date: ___________Faculty Advisor: _____________________ Graduation Date: Dec 20___ May 20___
Course No. Course Title Credits Advance Semester/Year Grade
Standing Course Title for all Electives
Transfer of
Credits
FRESHMAN YEAR
EGPP-101 Introduction to Engineering 2
CIEG-104 CE Software & Design 3
MATH-156 Calculus I 4
MATH-157 Calculus II 4
ENGL-002 Freshman Composition I 3
ENGL-003 Freshman Composition II 3
CHEM-003 General Chemistry Lecture I 4
CHEM-005 General Chemistry Lab I 1
PHYS-013 Physics/S&E Lecture I 3
PHYS-023 Physics/S&E Lab I 1
Electives Humanities Elective 3
Electives ROTC/Physical Education 1
FRESHMAN YEAR TOTAL 32
SOPHOMORE YEAR
Electives Basic Science Elective 3
CIEG-202 Statics 3
CIEG-302 Dynamics 3
MATH-158 Calculus III 4
MATH-159 Differential Equations 4
Electives African American Studies 3
El ti
PHYS-014 Physics/S&E Lecture II 3
PHYS-024 Physics/S&E Lab II 1
MEEG-209 Material Science 3
CIEG-351 Probability & Statistics 3
Electives Social Science Elective 3
SOPHOMORE YEAR TOTAL 33
14JUNIOR YEAR
CIEG-207 Environmental Engineering I 3
CIEG-301 Mechanics of Materials Lecture 3
CIEG-303 Mechanics of Materials Lab 1
CIEG-311 Fluid Mechanics Lecture 3
CIEG-313 Fluid Mechanics Lab 1
CIEG-314 Basic Structural Analysis 3
CIEG-354 Engineering Economics 3
CIEG-352 Water Resources Engineering 3
CIEG-416 Transportation Engineering 3
CIEG-434 Soil Mechanics Lecture 3
CIEG-438 Soil Mechanics Lab 1
Electives Free Elective 3
JUNIOR YEAR TOTAL 30
SENIOR YEAR
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 1 3
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 2 3
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 3 3
CIEG Electives CIEG Discipline Elective 4 3
CIEG Electives Technical Elective 1 3
CIEG Electives Technical Elective 2 3
CIEG-439 Senior Design I 1
CIEG-441 Senior Design II 2
CIEG-462 Seminar I 1
CIEG-464 Engineering Project Management 3
SENIOR YEAR TOTAL 25
BSCE Total 120
Faculty Advisor Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ______________
Student Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ______________
Chairperson Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ______________
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